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    Republic of the Philippines

    Western Philippines University A STRONG PARTNER FOR SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT

    COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES

    Field Instruction II
    COMMUNITY ORGANIZING WORKSHOP SITUATIONER

    Sitio Dulangot, situated within the Municipality of Ilongon, stands as a


    remote island sitio, located 40 kilometers away from its town proper. The population
    consists of 30 households, housing a total of 230 individuals. Among them, 190 are
    male, and 115 are female. The population is diverse in age: 80 adults ranging from
    26 to 78 years old, 60 individuals aged 18 to 25, 54 falling between 13 to 17, and 36
    within the age range of 12 years and below. According to data provided by the Local
    Government Unit, the livelihood distribution is as follows: 68% rely on fishing, 11%
    on fish processing, 9% on labor works and carpentry, 5% on handicraft and furniture
    making, 4% manage sari-sari stores, and 1% hold formal employment under the
    LGU.

    Financial struggles are a reality for the majority of families, with a large
    portion of them earning just enough to cover daily essentials. The Municipal Social
    Welfare and Development report reveals that 87% of families earn approximately
    ₱4,503.00 per month. The geographical isolation of the sitio results in limited access
    to municipal services, perpetuating the community's self-reliance.

    The children within this community confront multiple challenges, including


    inadequate clothing and heightened vulnerability to illnesses. Remarkably, every
    child below the age of 13 is afflicted with either malaria or flu, a phenomenon shared
    by adults who resort to traditional herbal remedies for relief.

    Education is limited to a daycare center, leaving a significant gap in meeting


    the educational needs of the children. Furthermore, malnourishment looms large,
    with 67% of children documented as undernourished and underweight, according to
    a survey undertaken by Barangay Health Workers. Startlingly, children as young as
    10 are already involved in labor-intensive tasks, assisting their fathers in fishing and
    their mothers in fish processing—a scenario that falls far from being age-
    appropriate.

    Assigned as the Community Organizer, you will find yourself warmly


    welcomed by the community upon setting foot on the island. Your extended stay will
    unveil the community's tightly woven bonds, characterized by the "damayan
    system," a cultural practice wherein assistance is readily extended to those in need.
    Gender roles are well-defined, with fathers embracing their traditional roles as
    providers, while mothers focus on managing household matters and engaging in
    income-generating pursuits such as handicraft making and fish processing. Yet,
    childcare responsibilities often take a backseat within this traditional framework.

    You will uncover that parental education in effective parenting is lacking,


    resulting in limited knowledge about raising children. This deficiency leads to the
    majority of children struggling with basic literacy, further exacerbated by parents
    who face the same challenge. Waste disposal practices within the community are
    haphazard at best, evidenced by scattered waste and garbage contaminating the
    surroundings. In addition, the absence of access to safe drinking water compounds
    the community's hardships.

    San Juan, Aborlan, Palawan 5302


    www.wpu.edu.ph ●[email protected] ●Mobile: +639121886956
    Republic of the Philippines
    Western Philippines University A STRONG PARTNER FOR SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT

    COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES

    During afternoons, a group of youth congregates near the shore, indulging in


    unproductive activities. Nearby, an expansive forest with ample land resources
    presents a potential opportunity for cultivation.

    The Barangay where sitio Dulangot is under also struggles in terms of access
    to the area due to its distance. According to their Barangay officials, they are
    planning to create programs that could help the barangay but they are not yet
    knowledgeable on the condition of the community as they just recently seated and
    the former officials did not have any program for the sitio. But they are very much
    willing to work towards it. The SK Chair shared that they still have unutilized funds
    that are still available.

    On a positive note, the Health Center offers comprehensive medical services,


    complete with facilities, while the Municipal Social Welfare and Development
    (MSWD) programs extend critical support to families. Moreover, the Municipal
    Agriculture Office provides access to seeds and agricultural assistance, with the
    presence of available ALS Volunteers in the municipality.

    This intricate scenario underscores your role as a Community Organizer,


    which takes on heightened significance. Your responsibility encompasses identifying
    and addressing the myriad needs of the community, guiding them towards self-
    empowerment and sustainable progress. An astute grasp of their cultural context,
    innate resourcefulness, and collaborative spirit will serve as indispensable tools in
    steering Sitio Dulangot towards positive transformation and an improved quality of
    life.

    Prepared by:

    RICHARD T. URMENITA
    Instructor

    San Juan, Aborlan, Palawan 5302


    www.wpu.edu.ph ●[email protected] ●Mobile: +639121886956

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